Department of Education

Otterbein Education Department receives "Out of the Gate" grant from the Buck Institute of Education

Otterbein's Department of Education was one of four universities in the nation to receive close to $200,000 to participate in a national grant project to support training in Project Based Learning. (PBL) The grant will provide professional development to Otterbein Education faculty, teacher partners from five different central Ohio school districts, and up to 300 Otterbein education majors. The Department is thrilled for this opportunity for Otterbein education students to implement Project-Based Learning, a method of teaching which examines real-world problems with 21st century skills, in their developing teaching practice.

Ohio Department of Education focuses on Opioid Abuse Prevention

Otterbein education students will be prepared for the state requirement of Opioid Abuse Prevention training teachers will need. The Otterbein Education Department provides speakers, resources, and materials to address this serious crisis afflicting schools and communities.

Questions about the Ohio Assessments for Educators? (OAEs)

View this power point presentation for answers to commonly asked questions about the OAE exams. Still have questions? Contact the Education Department at 614-823-1214, or check in with your education faculty advisor. OAE presentation

Our mission is to prepare outstanding teachers who can be responsive to the needs of all students. The pride of our program begins in the first Education course and includes integrated academics and fully-supported field experiences. These high-quality field experience continue throughout the program, so all our students are fully prepared for the student teaching internship. Learn more about field experiences and student teaching.

Teacher Education Admission & Enrollment Process

Students interested in enrolling in the Otterbein Education Programs can find a full list of details of how to do so on our Education Admissions Page.

Most students are eligible to apply for the Teacher Education Program during the second year of coursework. Criteria for admission to the Teacher Education Program as well as other Critical Decision Points and Assessment Benchmarks for Teacher Education Candidates may be found in the Teacher Education Program Booklet (for particular program years). Hard copies of the Teacher Education program booklets for the current year (as well as previous years) can be obtained in the Education Department (Roush Hall, fourth floor).

Questions concerning this process may be directed to Gaby Miller, Academic Administrative Assistant. She can be reached by calling (614) 823-1214 or emailing gmiller@otterbein.edu.

How are we doing? Take our student survey!

The Education Department would like to hear from you! What suggestions do you have for us to improve your student learning experience during your time at Otterbein? Please submit our student feedback survey to help us help you during your busy four years as an education major.

General Licensure Information

In addition to course requirements there are several other steps which need to be taken in order to complete Ohio teacher licensure requirements at Otterbein University. ALL steps MUST be completed before your application is sent to the Ohio Department of Education for processing. Learn more about licensure information.

Keep Current with Education in Ohio

Tools for Teachers will keep you up-to-date with everything happening in Ohio Education. Quick links include information about education jobs, professional development opportunities, Ohio's New Learning Standards, and teacher spotlights.